John Tapiata Scholarship at Auckland University of Technology 2027

John Tapiata Scholarship at Auckland University of Technology 2027 is open to Bachelors, Masters, PhD students in the field of Te Ara Poutama. This scholarship is provided by Auckland University of Technology (AUT) and the value of this scholarship is Only tuition fees · NZD 8,000.

Open for

Open to New Zealand and Australian nationals and PR holders

Degree

Bachelors, Masters, PhD

Provided by

Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

Deadline

1 Nov 2026

Scholarship Value

Only tuition fees · NZD 8,000

Eligible nationalities: Open to New Zealand and Australian nationals and PR holders

Applicant must have been accepted for full-time study in a certificate, diploma, undergraduate, or postgraduate degree programme within Te Ara Poutama.

Applicant must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.

Applicant must obtain a referee's statement supporting their leadership ability from a community leader, group, organisation, or school.

The scholarship cannot be held together with another AUT scholarship.

The recipient may hold external non-tuition fee scholarships.

Recipients are expected to: Successfully pass all courses. Engage regularly with Te Pou Māori support services. Support Te Ara Poutama recruitment and marketing activities when required. Engage regularly with their designated Te Pou Āwhina, including Orientation and other key activities.

The Scholarships Office, in consultation with Te Ara Poutama, may terminate or suspend the scholarship if the recipient's academic progress is unsatisfactory.

Notes

• The scholarship is tenable for one year.
• Current recipients may apply for renewal for up to a maximum of three years, subject to submitting a new application by the annual closing date.
• Supporting attachments and the reference statement are not required when applying for renewal.